Infrared Heaters

Infrared Heater Efficiency

Infrared Heater Efficiency The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers has found infrared heaters can reduce the required heat needed to maintain a comfortable temperature in a building (heat load), by at least 15 percent. These heaters can achieve these savings by providing focused warmth where it is needed most, which helps to reduce the need to warm the air in the entire space. Infrared heaters warm objects, machinery and people in its path, which in turn reradiates the absorbed warmth to provide a comfortable environment. This “spot heating” quality makes…Read more …

Patio Heater Maintenance

Patio Heater require regular maintenance and should be serviced at least annually. It is important that regular service is performed to insure that your heaters are working at their peek efficiency. Insect eggs, cobbwebs, dirt and environmental corrosion can effect safety and efficiency and even make the heater inoperatable. It is best to have a qualified service technician service your heater before the start of the heating season or after a long period of disuse. Heater Safety Propane Portable Patio Heater Safety A270 Heaters should only be installed by a professional with specifc…Read more …

Types of Infrared Heaters

Types of Infrared Heaters Low Intensity Tube Heaters: Sometimes referred to as positive/negative pressure heaters, tube heaters, radiant heaters, stick heaters, tube brooders or pipe heaters. Hot exhaust gases travel through the inside of the tube resulting in tube surface temperatures up to 1100°F, which is considered low-intensity. Generally theses heaters are vented and have the capability to use fresh air for combustion. Low intensity tube heaters are the most popular choice for total building heat. Patio Heaters: Sometimes referred to as suspended, radiant, mushroom style, free standing or decorative patio heaters. Ceramic…Read more …